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Hackney Downs to Reading train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Hackney Downs to Reading, starting from IDR 516,713 and averaging IDR 735,141. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 14m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
23:13 7h 35m, 1 changes Hackney Downs	06:48 +1 Reading	Find Tickets
23:27 1h 47m, 2 changes Hackney Downs	01:14 +1 Reading	Find Tickets
23:48 1h 57m, 2 changes Hackney Downs	01:45 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Hackney Downs to Reading train route details

First train

05:28

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Hackney Downs

Arrival city

Reading

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

65 km

Price

IDR 516,713*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Hackney Downs to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hackney Downs to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Hackney Downs to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Hackney Downs to Reading, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hackney Downs to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Hackney Downs to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hackney Downs to Reading train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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